Toolkits Impact Grants Research Explore how the ISN is building capacity and advancing kidney care Discover tools to empower your kidney care journey See the reach and impact of our initiatives Explore ISN Grants based on your goals Advance kidney care through...
Toolkits Impact Grants Research Explore how the ISN is building capacity and advancing kidney care Discover tools to empower your kidney care journey See the reach and impact of our initiatives Explore ISN Grants based on your goals Advance kidney care through...
40 Years, 40 Stories What if an experience could transform the future of kidney care for an entire community? Since 1985, the ISN Fellowship program has connected over 800 Fellows from more than 100 countries with mentors who have guided and inspired them every step of the way. These fellows didn’t just learn—they returned home to...
A continuous legacy of improving kidney health globally Since 1960, the ISN has supported kidney care professionals and organizations around the world, empowering them to deliver better care and create lasting change in their communities. Our progress is made possible by the collective dedication of ISN members and partner organizations who generously contribute their time...
WCN'25 will showcase the impact of ISN Grants Programs on global kidney care. From 40 years of ISN Fellowship success stories to interactive sessions on artificial intelligence, renal pathology, and community engagement, the congress highlights these programs' achievements and ongoing contributions toward advancing nephrology practice worldwide. 40 Years of ISN Fellowships 2025 marks the 40th anniversary...
Together We're Making Sure That Kidney Health Matters Reflecting on the past two years, I am incredibly proud that together, the ISN's global community has worked to strengthen our focus on making kidney health a global priority, fostering inclusivity, and expanding ISN's reach and impact. A key milestone was the April 2024 publication "Chronic Kidney Disease...
Transform kidney care with ISN Grants Every day, individuals and organizations face the challenge of delivering better kidney care in diverse and resource-limited settings. ISN Grants open doors to new skills, improved services, and knowledge-sharing, empowering individuals and organizations to create meaningful change in their communities. They also offer experienced professionals and centers a unique...
The ISN recognizes the urgent need for sustainable kidney care that ensures environmental responsibility and long-term viability. From fostering innovation in low-resource settings to building partnerships for green solutions, here are five key ways the ISN is advancing sustainable kidney care worldwide Leading the GREEN-K initiative The ISN-led Global Environmental Evolution in Nephrology and Kidney Care...
Upcoming ISN Grant deadlines: ISN Fellowships - October 1 ISN Sister Renal Centers - October 1 ISN-TTS Sister Transplant Centers - October 15 Through diverse grants tailored to different goals, the ISN provides exceptional opportunities for professionals...
Kidney International® Environmental Pollution to Kidney Disease: An Updated Review of Current Knowledge and Future Directions This review examines the growing body of research demonstrating the significant impact of environmental pollutants, especially air pollution, on the development and progression of kidney diseases. Short and long-term exposure to pollutants can lead to increased risk and progression of kidney...
Kidney International® Cutting Back on Low-value Healthcare Practices Supports Sustainable Kidney Care This mini review, part of a collaboration between ISN Emerging Leaders Program members and Kidney International® to promote green nephrology, emphasizes the urgent need for climate action, noting that healthcare contributes 5.5% of global carbon emissions. It highlights the importance of reducing low-value care...
What a wonderful first day of #APCN2024. Thank you for stopping by at our booth to say hi to our CEO @CharuMalik_ISN, who is delighted to welcome you and let you know all about the ISN and the 2025 World Congress of Nephrology 🙌⚠️ Don’t forget to join ISN President Masaomi… pic.twitter.com/2Z5KJiwBF9— Int Society...
Thank you to the 4,500 delegates from more than 121 countries whose energy and contributions drove WCN'24's phenomenal success! Browse the WCN photo gallery here! Here's a snapshot of what we experienced together over four extraordinary days of learning, networking, and innovation: 1576 groundbreaking abstracts were accepted, with 867 posters on display 252 top-tier speakers from around the globe presented a diverse...
The Social Media Curriculum helps navigate and leverage social media tools effectively. Access the curriculum, including new modules, here Module 6: Join Dr. Manjusha Yadla, deputy chair of the ISN Social Media Team, for a concise, informative overview of X spaces and how to benefit from them. Module 7: This module was developed by the Nephrology...
Sorry you are not a member or your membership has expired! Please become a member or renew your membership to login to ChatISN. ISN Membership: Advancing Kidney Health Worldwide. Together. The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) is dedicated to building a future where all people have equitable access to sustainable kidney health. As an ISN member, advance your...
Attend interactive sessions, presentations, and discussions highlighting ISN Grants to understand the transformative efforts underway to address kidney health challenges worldwide and enjoy discovering the tangible outcomes. These sessions foster connection within the international kidney care community and can inspire you to get involved in making a positive change in global kidney health. Register for the congress...
Five kidney care themes guide the scientific program of the World Congress of Nephrology 2024 (WCN'24). Explore this intriguing selection from the scores of outstanding sessions awaiting WCN'24 delegates—you won't want to miss this congress! Consult the complete program here Theme 1: Better Kidney Health "The ISN Emerging Leaders and Environmentally Sustainable Kidney Care: The Time...
Chimezie Okwuonu from the Federal Medical Centre in Abia State, Nigeria, undertook an ISN Fellowship under supervision from Rasheed Balogun from the University of Virginia Health System, Virginia, USA, in 2023. Find out more about the ISN Fellowship Program and apply here by May 1 The six-month training focused on kidney transplantation. According to Dr. Okwuonu,...
Kidney International® Providing Environmentally Sustainable Nephrology Care: Focus in Low- and Middle-income Countries This article is part of the series "Green Nephrology: A Series of Mini-Reviews on Minimizing the Environmental Impact of Kidney Health Care," a collaboration between Kidney International® and members of the ISN Emerging Leaders 2022 Program. To help reduce the need for costly and environmentally...
NEW GREEN NEPHROLOGY TOOLKIT Developed by the ISN Emerging Leaders Program in collaboration with the GREEN-K initiative, this toolkit provides practical guidance and a clear framework to help healthcare professionals implement environmentally sustainable kidney care. Designed for all teams interested in driving sustainable change within their units, it offers step-by-step, field-ready approaches to introduce simple yet...
